Lip Lines and Wrinkles Treatment
Lines and wrinkles around the mouth, lips, and lower face, can be caused by a combination of aging, sun damage, and repetitive facial expressions, such as smoking. Dermal fillers can be used to treat these fine lines, providing a smoother, more youthful appearance by plumping and rejuvenating the skin.
What It Treats
Fine lines and ‘smokers lines’
Smoker’s lines, also known as perioral lines, are fine vertical wrinkles that form around the upper lip. These lines develop due to repetitive muscle movements such as pursing the lips (common with smoking or facial expressions). Over time, the skin loses collagen and elasticity, causing these lines to become more pronounced. Treatments targeting these lines can help smooth the upper lip area, restoring a youthful appearance.
Wrinkles around mouth corners
Perioral lines are the wrinkles that form at the corners of the mouth, often referred to as “laugh lines” or “marionette lines.” These wrinkles can deepen with age as the skin loses volume and the muscles around the mouth become less firm. Targeting these lines with fillers or skin-tightening treatments helps to restore a smoother, more youthful appearance to the mouth area and lift the corners, reducing a sagging or downturned expression.
Lines in lower face
The lower face and chin are common areas where superficial lines begin to appear as we age, often as a result of facial expressions, sun exposure, or the natural aging process. Fine lines can appear around the chin or along the jawline, contributing to an overall aged look. Treatments for these lines focus on rejuvenating the skin, providing smoother texture and restoring the appearance of a firmer lower face.
Signs of ageing
The skin around the upper lip is particularly thin and delicate, making it more susceptible to early signs of aging. Fine lines and wrinkles in this area are often the first noticeable signs of aging, as the skin loses collagen and elasticity over time. Treating these areas with dermal fillers or other rejuvenating procedures can restore volume, smooth out wrinkles, and revitalise the delicate skin around the lips, providing a more youthful and refreshed look.
Benefits
Smooths fine lines and wrinkles
Lip lines, smoker's lines, and perioral lines can cause a person to look older or tired. Treatment with dermal fillers or other injectable solutions effectively smooths these fine lines and wrinkles, restoring a youthful, rejuvenated appearance. By plumping the skin and reducing the appearance of these lines, the area around the mouth and lips becomes smoother and more even, providing a refreshed and natural look.
Smooths fine lines and wrinkles
Improves skin texture
Improves skin texture
Aging and sun exposure can cause skin texture to become uneven, especially in delicate areas like the lips and around the mouth. Treatments for lip lines not only address wrinkles but also enhance skin texture, promoting a smoother, more even complexion. These treatments stimulate collagen production, helping to improve skin tone and elasticity over time for more youthful-looking skin.
Enhances fullness and shape
As we age, lips naturally lose volume, and the lines around them become more prominent. Lip treatments can restore lost volume and define the lip border, enhancing their natural shape and fullness. This results in plumper, more youthful lips with softer contours. The treatment can also address asymmetry, creating a balanced and harmonious look for the entire mouth area.
Enhances fullness and shape
Minimal downtime
One of the major advantages of lip line treatments is the minimal recovery time required. The procedures are non-invasive, meaning there is little to no downtime. Most individuals can return to their daily activities immediately after the treatment. Some swelling or bruising may occur but typically subsides within a few days. Results are often visible immediately, with further improvement over time as the skin responds to treatment.
Minimal downtime
Long lasting results
The results of treatments for lip lines and wrinkles typically last between six months and a year, depending on the type of filler used and individual factors like metabolism. Over time, the body gradually absorbs the filler, and touch-up treatments are necessary to maintain the desired results. Some fillers also stimulate collagen production, which can improve skin quality over the long term and extend the effects.
Long lasting results
Common Questions
How do dermal fillers treat superficial blanching?
Dermal fillers help to plump the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. By restoring volume to these delicate areas, fillers provide a smoother, rejuvenated look.
Is there any recovery time after the treatment?
Most patients experience minimal downtime, with some mild swelling or bruising. These effects usually resolve within a few days, and most individuals can return to their normal activities immediately.
How long will the results last?
The results of filler treatment for superficial blanching generally last between 6 and 12 months, though this can vary depending on the type of filler used.
Can I combine this treatment with other procedures?
Yes! Dermal fillers can be combined with treatments like Botox for a more comprehensive facial rejuvenation plan. During your consultation, we can discuss the best options to achieve your aesthetic goals.